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The Barn at Berryfields

Berkswell Road, Meriden, Coventry, CV7 7LB

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Accommodation Overview

  • About View
    • The Barn at Berryfields is a family-run independent hospitality and leisure venue located in Meriden, West Midlands.
    • There are 33 bedrooms in total.
    • There is step-free level access to all bedrooms.
    • There are 2 bedrooms with adaptations.
    • There is step-free level access to all bedrooms with adaptations.
    • None of the bedrooms with adaptations have adjoining rooms.
    • All bedrooms with adaptations have an ensuite with a wheel-in shower.
    • Dogs are welcomed at this venue.
    • Facilities include a 4* hotel, restaurant, cafe/pizzeria, event areas, children's play area, animal barn, venue hire and gardens.
  • Parking and Public Transport View
  • Getting In and Around View
    • There is step-free level access at the most accessible entrance.
    • There is step-free access via a steep ramp to The Barn.
    • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas, this may include the use of a lift.
    • The following areas have step-free access via ramps or slopes: access to The Barn and access to the Animal Barn.
    • The following areas have stepped access: the Tepee and the standard toilets next to the Animal Barn.
    • Access throughout may include uneven surfaces and manual doors.
    • The ground floor and first floor can be accessed via a platform lift and stairs.
  • Getting Help and Assistance View
    • There is seating available.
    • There is no hearing assistance system.
    • You can borrow or hire the following equipment: vibrating pillows.
    • British Sign Language interpreters can be provided on request.
    • The alternative formats documents can be provided in include: large print.
    • There is a water bowl available for assistance dogs.
    • Staff receive the following training: Disability Awareness, Safeguarding, First Aid and Fire Safety.

Toilet and Changing Facilities

  • Toilet Facilities View
    • There are 3 toilets with adaptations.
    • The toilets with adaptations are located on the first floor of The Barn, the hotel reception lobby and next to the Tepee.
    • The transfer space varies between left and right in the toilets with adaptations.
    • Female and male step-free standard toilet facilities are located on the first floor of The Barn.
    • Female and male standard toilet facilities with stepped access are located opposite the Animal Barn.
  • Changing Facilities View
    • Parent and baby changing facilities are located within the toilets with adaptations.

Parking (Hotel)

  • Car Park View
    • The car park is located at the front of the hotel.
    • The car park is open air/surface.
    • The car park surface consists of tarmac.
    • There are 3 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
    • The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked and signposted.
    • The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 210cm (width) x 410cm (depth).
    • The dimensions of the designated Blue Badge parking bays vary in size.
    • There are no hatched/marked zones.
    • The nearest designated bay is 20m from the hotel entrance.
    • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has step-free level access.
    • There is a dropped kerb without tactile paving from the designated Blue Badge parking.
  • Charges and Restrictions View
    • This car park is for visitors only.
    • Parking is free for all users.
  • Electric Vehicle Charging Points View
    • Electric Vehicle charging points are not available.
  • Drop-off Point View
    • There is not a designated drop-off point available.

Entrance (Hotel)

  • This entrance is located at the front of the hotel.
  • The entrance area is clearly signed.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
  • There is step-free level access at the entrance.
  • There are double automatic doors.
  • The doors open away from you.
  • The width of the opening is 160cm.
  • The doors have a low colour contrast.
  • There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 111cm.

Getting Around

  • Access View
    • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of walkways.
    • The following areas have stepped access: the Tepee and the standard toilets opposite the Animal Barn.
    • The following areas have step-free access via ramps: The Barn and the Animal Barn.
  • Circulation View
    • There are manual doors along circulation routes.
    • Access throughout may include uneven surfaces and narrow walkways.
    • The contrast between the walls and floor varies between low and high along circulation routes.
    • Some flooring is shiny and patterned.
    • There is background noise in some areas of the venue.
    • Wayfinding signage is provided.
    • The colour, design and typeface of signage is consistent throughout.
    • Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.

Reception

  • Location View
    • The reception is located to the left hand side, on entering the hotel.
    • The distance from the entrance doors is 5m.
  • Route View
    • The most accessible route to the reception has step-free level access.
    • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • Access View
    • There is step-free level access to reception.
    • The height of the reception desk is 110cm.
    • There is not a lowered section at the desk.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system.
    • There may be background noise in this area.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
    • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the seating area (150cm x 150cm).
    • There is space for an assistance dog to rest in the seating area.
    • Seating available in this area includes: armchairs, sofas and benches.
    • Furniture available in this area includes: coffee tables.

Toilet with Adaptations (Reception Lobby - Left Hand Transfer)

  • Location View
    • The toilet surveyed is located to the right hand side, on entering the hotel.
    • The distance from the entrance doors is 3m.
  • Route View
    • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
    • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • Access View
    • There is step-free level access into the facility.
    • There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
    • The door opens outwards and has a high colour contrast.
    • The door is easy to open.
    • The width of the opening is 82cm.
    • The door has a twist lock.
    • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
    • There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high colour contrast.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the cubicle are 156cm (width) x 146cm (depth).
    • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
    • There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
    • The lateral transfer space is 72cm (from the side of the toilet pan to the wall).
    • There is a spatula flush for the toilet.
    • The flush is on the transfer side.
    • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
    • The horizontal grab rail has a high colour contrast.
    • There is no vertical grab rail for the toilet.
    • There is a dropdown grab rail on the transfer side.
    • The dropdown grab rail has a high colour contrast.
    • The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
    • The toilet seat has a high colour contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The toilet roll holder has a high colour contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder is 91cm from the floor.
    • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
    • The wash basin and tap can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is 75cm from the floor.
    • There are vertical grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
    • The wash basin grab rails have a high colour contrast.
    • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser.
    • The soap dispenser cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The soap dispenser has a high colour contrast.
    • The soap dispenser is 102cm from the floor.
    • There is not a towel dispenser.
    • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
    • The hand dryer has a high colour contrast.
    • The hand dryer is 92cm from the floor.
    • There is a pull cord emergency alarm but it was tied up at the time of the survey.
    • There is a mirror.
    • There is no shelf.
    • The cubicle has a waste bin.
    • There are no coat hooks.
    • The height of the baby change facility when in use is 92cm.
    • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

Bedroom and Ensuite with Adaptations (Room 15)

  • Bedroom Access View
    • The bedroom surveyed is located through the doors from reception, then to the right hand side.
    • The distance from the reception desk is 8m.
    • The most accessible route to the bedroom has step-free level access.
    • There is a manual door along the most accessible route.
    • There is step-free level access into the bedroom.
    • There is numbered signage on or near the door.
    • Entry to the room is by a fob reader.
    • The height of the key fob reader is 114cm.
    • The door requires effort to open.
    • The width of the opening is 88cm.
  • Bedroom Features View
    • The bedroom has a king bed.
    • The top of the mattress is 67cm from the floor.
    • The space under the bed is 15cm from the floor.
    • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre next to the bed.
    • Some flooring is shiny and patterned.
    • Seating available in the bedroom includes: a chairs without armrests and an armchair.
    • Furniture available in the bedroom includes: a desk.
    • The following is also available in this bedroom: bedside plug sockets, TV with subtitles and a flashing fire alarm.
    • There is an emergency phone.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
    • Lighting levels are adjustable.
    • This bedroom does not have an adjoining room.
  • Ensuite Access View
    • There is step-free level access into the ensuite.
    • The ensuite door opens outwards and has a high colour contrast.
    • The door is easy to open.
    • The width of the opening is 87cm.
    • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
    • There is a grab rail on the internal door with a medium colour contrast.
  • Ensuite Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the ensuite are 222cm (width) x 216cm (depth).
    • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
    • There is a lateral transfer space to the right as you face the toilet.
    • The lateral transfer space is 178cm (from the side of the toilet pan to the wall).
    • There is a push button flush for the toilet.
    • The flush is on the wall above the cistern.
    • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
    • The horizontal grab rail has a medium colour contrast.
    • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
    • The vertical grab rail has a medium colour contrast.
    • There is a dropdown grab rail on the transfer side.
    • The dropdown grab rail has a medium colour contrast.
    • The toilet seat is 49cm from the floor.
    • The toilet seat has a low colour contrast.
    • The toilet has a padded backrest.
    • The toilet roll holder can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The toilet roll holder has a high colour contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder is 76cm from the floor.
    • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
    • The wash basin and tap can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is 72cm from the floor.
    • There are vertical grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
    • The wash basin grab rails have a medium colour contrast.
    • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser.
    • The soap dispenser can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The soap dispenser has a high colour contrast.
    • The soap dispenser is 102cm from the floor.
    • There is a mirror.
    • There is an unobstructed shelf.
    • The shelf does not meet the AccessAble criteria for Stoma Friendly Toilets.
    • The cubicle has a waste bin.
    • There are multiple coat hooks.
    • The coat hooks are 120cm and 170cm from the floor.
    • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
    • The ensuite has a wheel in shower.
    • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the shower.
    • There is an adjustable shower head which can also be detached.
    • The shower controls are lever mixer.
    • There is no shower seat, but one can be requested in advance.
    • There are grab rails for the shower.
    • The grab rails for the shower have a medium colour contrast.
    • There is a dropdown rail for the shower.
    • The dropdown rail for the shower has a medium colour contrast.
    • There is no emergency alarm .

Parking (The Barn)

  • Car Park View
    • The car park is located to the right hand side of The Barn.
    • The car park is open air/surface.
    • The car park surface consists of tarmac.
    • There are 4 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
    • The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked and signposted.
    • The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 210cm (width) x 410cm (depth).
    • There is a marked zone to both sides and rear.
    • The width of the marked zone is 100cm.
    • The nearest designated bay is 20m from the ramp to access The Barn.
    • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has step-free level access.
    • There is a dropped kerb with tactile paving from the designated Blue Badge parking.
  • Charges and Restrictions View
    • This car park is for visitors only.
    • Parking is free for all users.
  • Electric Vehicle Charging Points View
    • Electric Vehicle charging points are not available.
  • Drop-off Point View
    • There is not a designated drop-off point available.

Entrance (The Barn)

  • This entrance is located at the front of The Barn.
  • The entrance area is clearly signed.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
  • There is step-free access via ramp at the entrance.
  • The ramp has a steep gradient.
  • There are not any level resting areas along the ramp.
  • The ramp is between 75cm and 150cm wide.
  • There is a handrail on the right going up.
  • There are 6 steps as you enter.
  • There are handrails on both sides.
  • The handrails are easy to grip.
  • The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • The handrails extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The height of the steps is not between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the highest step is 20cm.
  • The depth of the steps is between 30cm-45cm.
  • There are double automatic doors, which are push pad activated.
  • The height of the push pad is 96cm.
  • The doors open by sliding.
  • The width of the opening is 122cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The doors have a low colour contrast.
  • There is a second set of double automatic doors.
  • The doors are permanently held open.
  • The width of the opening is 122cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The doors have a low colour contrast.
  • There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 101cm.

The Cafe/Pizzeria, Bakery and Butchery

  • Location and Access View
    • The cafe/pizzeria, bakery and butchery are located on the ground floor of The Barn.
    • The most accessible route has step-free level access.
    • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
    • There is step-free level access into this area.
    • There is open plan access.
    • This area has counters where food and drink can be ordered.
  • Order and Payment View
    • The payment counter was surveyed.
    • The counter is located ahead and to the right.
    • There is step-free level access to the counter.
    • The height of the counter is 92cm.
    • There is a lowered section at the counter.
    • The height of the lowered section is 78cm.
    • The counter has patterned/distracting backgrounds which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • Seating Area View
    • The payment machine is portable.
    • There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
    • There is some room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the seating area (150cm x 150cm).
    • There is space for an assistance dog to rest in the seating area.
    • Some flooring is shiny and patterned.
    • Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests, chairs without armrests and high stools.
    • Some seating is fixed.
    • Furniture available in this area includes: tables and high tables.
    • Some tables are fixed.
    • The surface height of some of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
    • The clear height under the tables is not suitable for wheelchair users.
    • There is background noise in this area.
    • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.
    • Lighting levels are adjustable.
  • Service View
    • This area also has staff who can provide assistance with ordering.
    • Full table service is available on request only.
    • Menus are wall-mounted.
    • The following dietary requirements can be catered for: gluten free, dairy free, lactose free, nut allergy, vegetarian and vegan.
    • The following are available: drinking straws, takeaway cups and takeaway cutlery.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system.

Platform Lift

  • The lift surveyed is located to the right hand side after the stairs, on entering The Barn.
  • The distance from the entrance to The Barn is 3m.
  • The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • This lift is a platform lift.
  • Platform Lift View
    • The ground floor and first floor can be accessed by this lift.
    • The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
    • The weight limit for the lift is 440kg.
    • The internal dimensions of the lift are 90cm (width) x 142cm (depth).
    • The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings.
    • The control buttons have a high colour contrast.
    • All of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
    • The button needs to be pressed constantly when in use.
    • The lift is slow moving.
    • This lift has a visual floor indicator.

Stairs

  • The stairs are located to the right hand side, on entering The Barn.
  • The ground floor and first floor can be accessed by these stairs.
  • There are handrails on both sides, that are within reach.
  • The handrails are easy to grip.
  • The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • The handrails extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the highest step is 18cm.
  • The depth of the steps is not between 30cm-45cm.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Toilet with Adaptations (The Barn Restaurant)

  • Location View
    • The toilet surveyed is located on the first floor, through the door at the top of the stairs.
    • The distance from the platform lift is 10m.
  • Route View
    • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
    • There is a manual door along the most accessible route.
  • Access View
    • There is step-free level access into the facility.
    • There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
    • The door opens inwards and has a high colour contrast.
    • The door is easy to open.
    • The width of the opening is 80cm.
    • The door has a locking handle.
    • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
    • There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high colour contrast.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the cubicle are 194cm (width) x 251cm (depth).
    • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
    • There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
    • The lateral transfer space is 183cm (from the side of the toilet pan to the wall).
    • There is a lever flush for the toilet.
    • The flush is on the transfer side.
    • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
    • The horizontal grab rail has a high colour contrast.
    • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
    • The vertical grab rail has a high colour contrast.
    • There is a dropdown grab rail on the transfer side.
    • The dropdown grab rail has a high colour contrast.
    • The toilet seat is 49cm from the floor.
    • The toilet seat has a low colour contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder is located on the dropdown rail.
    • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
    • The wash basin and tap can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is 75cm from the floor.
    • There are vertical grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
    • The wash basin grab rails have a high colour contrast.
    • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser.
    • The soap dispenser can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The soap dispenser has a high colour contrast.
    • The soap dispenser is 123cm from the floor.
    • There is not a towel dispenser.
    • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
    • The hand dryer has a medium colour contrast.
    • The hand dryer is 125cm from the floor.
    • There is a pull cord emergency alarm but it was tied up at the time of the survey.
    • There is a mirror.
    • There is no shelf.
    • The cubicle has a sanitary bin.
    • There are multiple coat hooks.
    • The coat hooks are 147cm from the floor.
    • The height of the baby change facility when in use is 83cm.
    • The walls and floor have a medium colour contrast.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

The Barn Restaurant

  • Location and Access View
    • The Barn Restaurant is located on the first floor of The Barn.
    • The most accessible route has step-free level access.
    • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
    • This route has narrow walkways.
    • There is step-free level access into this area.
    • There is open plan access.
    • This area has a bar where food and drink can be ordered.
  • Order and Payment View
    • The bar was surveyed.
    • The bar is located to the far right hand side.
    • There is step-free level access to the bar.
    • The height of the bar is 108cm.
    • There is not a lowered section at the bar.
    • The bar has patterned/distracting backgrounds which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • Seating Area View
    • The payment machine is portable.
    • There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
    • There is some room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the seating area (150cm x 150cm).
    • There is space for an assistance dog to rest in the seating area.
    • Some flooring is shiny and patterned.
    • Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests, chairs without armrests, benches and high stools.
    • Some seating is fixed.
    • Furniture available in this area includes: tables and booths.
    • Some tables are fixed.
    • The surface height of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
    • The clear height under the tables is not suitable for wheelchair users.
    • There is background noise in this area.
    • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.
    • Lighting levels are adjustable.
  • Service View
    • This area also has staff who can provide assistance with ordering.
    • Full table service is available on request only.
    • Menus are handheld.
    • The following dietary requirements can be catered for: gluten free, dairy free, lactose free, nut allergy, vegetarian and vegan.
    • The following are available: drinking straws, takeaway cups and takeaway cutlery.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system.

The Loft

  • The room is located on the first floor, to the far left hand side of the Barn Restaurant .
  • The distance from the platform lift is 20m.
  • The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • This route has narrow walkways.
  • There is no signage on or near the door.
  • There is step-free level access into the room.
  • There is a floor mat immediately before the entrance doors.
  • There are double manual doors.
  • The doors open away from you.
  • The doors require effort to open.
  • One of the doors was locked at the time of the survey.
  • The locked door can be opened on request.
  • The width of the opening is 85cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The doors have a low colour contrast.
  • There is step-free level access throughout.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • Some flooring is shiny and patterned.
  • The walls and floor have a low colour contrast.
  • Seating available in this room includes: chairs without armrests.
  • Furniture available in this room includes: tables.
  • The surface height of the tables/desks is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear height under the tables/desks is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • Additional facilities/services include: a flashing fire alarm.
  • There is background noise in this room which varies depending on the function/event.
  • Announcements are in person.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • Lighting levels are adjustable.

The Events Barn

  • Location and Access View
    • The Events Barn is located to the right hand side of The Barn.
    • The most accessible route has slight slopes.
    • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
    • This route has uneven surfaces.
    • There is step-free level access into this area.
    • There is a single manual door.
    • The door opens by sliding.
    • The door requires effort to open.
    • The width of the opening is 107cm.
    • The door has a high colour contrast.
    • This area has a counter where food and drink can be ordered.
  • Order and Payment View
    • The service counter was surveyed.
    • The counter is located to the left hand side, as you enter the restaurant.
    • There is step-free level access to the counter.
    • The height of the counter is 142cm.
    • There is a lowered section at the counter.
    • The height of the lowered section is 109cm.
    • The counter has patterned/distracting backgrounds which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • Seating Area View
    • The payment machine is portable.
    • There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
    • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the seating area (150cm x 150cm).
    • There is space for an assistance dog to rest in the seating area.
    • Seating available in this area includes: benches.
    • Furniture available in this area includes: picnic tables.
    • The surface height of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
    • The clear height under the tables is not suitable for wheelchair users.
    • There is background noise in this area.
    • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.
  • Service View
    • This area also has staff who can provide assistance with ordering.
    • Full table service is available on request only.
    • Menus are displayed on the counter and handheld.
    • The following dietary requirements can be catered for: gluten free, dairy free, lactose free, nut allergy, vegetarian and vegan.
    • The following are available: drinking straws, takeaway cups and takeaway cutlery.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system.

The Gardens

  • About View
    • The following is available in this area: gardens.
  • Getting Around View
    • There are surfaced footpaths in some areas.
    • Surfaced footpaths consist of: paving slabs.
    • The majority of the surfaced footpaths are wide enough for wheelchair users.
    • Some footpaths have sections with potential obstacles such as: narrow gaps.
    • There are seats situated along the paths for people to rest.
    • There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
    • Parasols are available for the picnic tables.

The Tepee

  • The room is located to the left hand side of the gardens.
  • The distance from the car park is 15m.
  • The most accessible route to the room has a slight slope.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • This route has uneven surfaces.
  • There is no signage on or near the door.
  • There is one step into the room.
  • There are no handrails for the step.
  • The step is unmarked.
  • The height of the step is not between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step is 10cm.
  • There are double manual doors.
  • The doors open towards you.
  • The doors require effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 155cm.
  • The doors have a high colour contrast.
  • There is step-free level access throughout.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • The walls and floor colour contrast varies between low and high.
  • Seating available in this room includes: chairs without armrests.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There is background noise in this room which varies depending on the function/event.
  • Announcements are in person.
  • Lighting levels were low at the time of the survey.
  • Lighting levels are adjustable.

Toilet with Adaptations (Tepee Area)

  • Location View
    • The toilet surveyed is located next to the Tepee.
    • The distance from the Tepee is 15m.
  • Route View
    • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
    • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • Access View
    • There is step-free level access into the facility.
    • There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
    • The door opens outwards and has a low colour contrast.
    • The door is easy to open.
    • The width of the opening is 78cm.
    • The door has a twist lock.
    • Internally the door has a low colour contrast.
    • There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high colour contrast.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the cubicle are 189cm (width) x 187cm (depth).
    • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
    • There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
    • The lateral transfer space is 62cm (from the side of the toilet pan to the wall).
    • There is a spatula flush for the toilet.
    • The flush is on the transfer side.
    • There is no horizontal grab rail for the toilet.
    • There is a vertical grab rail on the non-transfer side.
    • The vertical grab rail has a low colour contrast.
    • There is a dropdown grab rail on the transfer side.
    • The dropdown grab rail has a low colour contrast.
    • The toilet seat is 49cm from the floor.
    • The toilet seat has a low colour contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The toilet roll holder has a low colour contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder is 80cm from the floor.
    • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
    • The wash basin and tap can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is 78cm from the floor.
    • There are vertical grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
    • The wash basin grab rails have a low colour contrast.
    • There is a wash basin mounted soap dispenser.
    • There is not a towel dispenser.
    • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
    • The hand dryer has a high colour contrast.
    • The hand dryer is 113cm from the floor.
    • There is no emergency alarm.
    • There is no mirror.
    • There is no shelf.
    • The cubicle has a waste bin.
    • There are no coat hooks.
    • The height of the baby change facility when in use is 82cm.
    • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.